If you’re ignoring a small stabilizing muscle called the posterior tibialis—which plays an important role in your running and ...

This response—known as the windlass mechanism—supports your arch as you stride ... or tightness around your Achilles tendon. Footwear doesn’t typically cause plantar fasciitis, but flats or similarly ...

Anyone who deals with plantar fasciitis knows the pain that can come from wearing ill-fitting shoes—and that discomfort can be even worse when you’re trying to get through a challenging hike in a bad ...

Regular stretching of the calves, Achilles tendon, and plantar fascia increases flexibility ... and toe spreads build the muscular foundation that supports proper foot function.

The Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, is named for the legendary Greek warrior whose weak spot was his heel. But a new study adds to growing evidence that ...